Genealogy Sources: I've Found Some Information on My Ancestor, Now What??Saturday, August 5, 10:30 a.m.Roy and Helen Hall Memorial Library101 East Hunt Street, McKinneyWhat is a Genealogy source? Is the information found a primary or secondary source? How is it cited? If you have asked yourself these questions, this program is for you. Discover different sources, their value and the importance of citations.This is a FREE program open to all.No registration is necessary.For more information, contact Susan at 972.547.7343 or skusterbeck@mckinneytexas.org

Do you have a Brick Wall you just can’t seem to break through? The North Collin County Genealogical Society is here to assist you! Whether it’s a Brick Wall, you’re new to Genealogy and don’t know how to get started or just interested in meeting others with a similar interest, come to the Library's Genealogy Area. You don’t have to have ancestors from Collin County or even Texas to take advantage of this opportunity! This assistance is FREE!

The City of McKinney and the McKinney Public Library System are not in any manner connected with this meeting, and neither the City of McKinney nor the Library endorses any position expressed by the groups sponsoring this event.

Google earth and Genealogy AssistanceThursday, August 10, 6:45 p.m.Roy and Helen Hall Memorial Library101 East Hunt Street, McKinney 75069The North Collin County Genealogical Society invites you to their monthly meeting. Mr. Mike McKee, who was last month's speaker is returning to assist with using Google Earth in your Genealogy. Bring your laptop, ancestors names and places where they lived and Mike will help you make their mark on Google Earth!

This is a FREE event that is open to all.

The City of McKinney and the McKinney Public Library System are not in any manner connected with this meeting, and neither the City of McKinney nor the Library endorses any position expressed by the groups sponsoring this event.

Discover the Secrets of Your Ancestors with DNA Research and Genealogy No matter how much time you spend in the present, there's no escaping the fact that your past has a great impact on your future. Have you ever wished you knew more about your family history? DNA and Genealogy explains all you need to know about DNA science. It explains the amazing relationship between DNA and inheritance. You'll also find out the essentials of genealogy, and how it can help you predict certain health ailments.